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    Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant

    Accounting
    Safer Hand Solutions
    Cheshire, Stockport
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £40,000/year
    Hybrid

    Job Description

    Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant (Practice) Stockport Hybrid Working Available Full-Time I £30,000 - £40,000 DOE Safer Hand Solutions are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant on behalf of a well-established and growing professional services organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountancy practice professional looking to join a forward-thinking business that embraces technology, supports career development, and offers genuine progression opportunities. The Role As a Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant, you will play a key role in managing client accounts, reviewing work completed by junior team members, and ensuring the timely completion of tax and compliance requirements. Key responsibilities include:

    • Preparing and reviewing accounts, tax returns, and VAT submissions

    • Managing your own portfolio of clients and maintaining strong client relationships

    • Reviewing work produced by junior team members and providing guidance where required

    • Supporting clients with technical queries and compliance matters

    • Ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines

    • Working with modern accounting software and digital solutions to improve efficiency

    • Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance service delivery About You The successful candidate will ideally have:

    • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice

    • A relevant accountancy or tax qualification, or be qualified by experience

    • Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and taxation

    • Excellent communication and client management skills

    • Experience reviewing and supporting the work of junior colleagues

    • A proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines

    • Confidence in using cloud-based accounting systems and digital technologies What's on Offer?

    • Competitive salary

    • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

    • Generous holiday entitlement

    • Private healthcare and wellbeing support

    • Employee assistance programme

    • Ongoing training and professional development

    • Clear career progression opportunities

    • A supportive and collaborative team environment Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to join a modern and ambitious organisation that values its people and invests in their development. You'll be part of a supportive team where your expertise will be recognised and where you can continue to build your career within a thriving accountancy environment. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Sean Feldman at Safer Hand Solutions for a confidential discussion.

    Posted on August 12, 2026

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